Jeannette meets the remarkable Annemarie Durbin, one of the most highly respected and experienced business minds in the world, to talk about her inspiring journey from her early career in New Zealand to becoming a prominent figure in the banking industry. 

Annemarie discusses the challenges she faced as a woman in a male-dominated field, including personal adversity following her mother's passing and the cultural shocks she encountered when moving to the UK. She also reflects on her resilience, the importance of mentorship, and the supportive culture at Standard Chartered, where she found a sense of belonging and opportunity for growth

Annemarie explains why:

• The journey of overcoming personal loss and challenging childhood experiences shapes a strong sense of resilience and determination
• Acknowledging and sharing personal struggles, including feelings of inadequacy and the challenges of balancing career and family, can foster authenticity and connection with others
• Finding a workplace culture that aligns with personal values can significantly impact career satisfaction and success. 
• The inclusive and diverse environment at Standard Chartered provided a sense of belonging and support that was crucial for professional development.
• The experience of being a woman in leadership roles highlights the importance of not defining oneself solely by gender. 

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ABOUT THE HOST

Jeannette Linfoot is a highly regarded senior executive, property investor, board advisor, and business mentor with over 30 years of global professional business experience across the travel, leisure, hospitality, and property sectors. Having bought, ran, and sold businesses all over the world, Jeannette now has a portfolio of her own businesses and also advises and mentors other business leaders to drive forward their strategies as well as their own personal development.

ABOUT THE GUEST

Annemarie Durbin is a globally respected banking leader with decades of experience across Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and Europe. A former senior executive at Standard Chartered, she is known for driving cultural transformation, championing inclusion, and mentoring future leaders. Her journey from New Zealand to the top of global banking embodies resilience, authenticity, and values-driven leadership.

Podcast Description

Jeannette Linfoot talks to incredible people about their experiences in business and life, gaining first hand insight into how they unleashed their potential to become Brave Bold Brilliant.

From the boardroom tables of big international businesses to the exciting world of entrepreneurs it's all about stepping up to the next level while staying true to yourself.